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Many candidates qualify JKTET but still face rejection during JKSSB teacher recruitment. This happens due to lack of knowledge about selection rules and document verification process. This guide explains JKSSB teacher recruitment rules for fresh candidates and in service teachers in Jammu and Kashmir.
WHO CAN APPLY FOR JKSSB TEACHER POSTS
Fresh candidates can apply after qualifying
• JKTET Paper 1 for Primary Teacher
• JKTET Paper 2 for Upper Primary Teacher
In service teachers such as
• ReT teachers
• Contractual teachers
• Academic arrangement teachers
can also apply for regular teacher posts through JKSSB.
JKTET 2026 New Rules Explained, Eligibility, Age Limit, Exam Pattern, Certificate Validity
MINIMUM ELIGIBILITY RULE
For Primary Teacher
• 12th pass with 50 percent marks
• D.El.Ed qualification
• JKTET Paper 1 qualified
For Upper Primary Teacher
• Graduation with 50 percent marks
• B.Ed qualification
• JKTET Paper 2 qualified
Jammu and Kashmir domicile is compulsory.
SELECTION PROCESS RULE
Selection is based on merit list prepared by JKSSB.
No interview is conducted for teacher recruitment.
Merit includes
• Academic qualification marks
• Professional qualification marks
• Written test score if conducted
Higher academic percentage improves selection chances.
MERIT LIST PREPARATION RULE
Weightage is given to
10th marks
12th marks
Graduation marks
B.Ed or D.El.Ed marks
JKTET qualification
Candidates with higher overall percentage get priority.
DOCUMENT VERIFICATION RULE
Shortlisted candidates need to produce original documents.
Self attested copies are not accepted during final verification.
Required documents
• Domicile certificate
• Academic marksheets
• B.Ed or D.El.Ed certificate
• JKTET certificate
• Category certificate
• Valid identity proof
COMMON REJECTION REASONS
Candidates get rejected due to
• No JKTET qualification
• Name mismatch in certificates
• Date of birth mismatch
• Invalid domicile certificate
• Category certificate issued after cutoff date
• Degree from unrecognized institute
RULE FOR IN SERVICE TEACHERS
In service teachers without JKTET cannot become permanent.
They must qualify JKTET before applying for regular teacher recruitment through JKSSB.
FINAL APPOINTMENT RULE
Final appointment is given only after
• Merit list verification
• Document verification
• Medical fitness certificate
Any mismatch leads to cancellation of selection.
Fresh candidates and in service teachers must follow JKSSB recruitment rules carefully to avoid rejection during merit list preparation and document verification in Jammu and Kashmir teacher recruitment.
JKTET 2026 New Rules Explained, Eligibility, Age Limit, Exam Pattern, Certificate Validity
FAQ
Is JKTET compulsory for JKSSB teacher recruitment
Yes. JKTET qualification is compulsory for applying to government teacher posts.
Is there interview in JKSSB teacher recruitment
No. Selection is based on merit list and document verification.
Can in service teachers apply for JKSSB recruitment
Yes. ReT and contractual teachers can apply after qualifying JKTET.
Can I apply without domicile certificate
No. Domicile of Jammu and Kashmir is compulsory.